102 courses in the 1971–72 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
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R.M. Irving, B.A., M.A. (Toronto), Ph.D. (Minnesota)
A. Diem, B.A. (Wayne State), M.A. (Clark), Ph.D. (Michigan) D.K. Erb, B.Sc. (Western), M.A. (Toronto), Ph.D. (McGill) R.R. Krueger, B.A., M.A. (Western), Ph.D. (Indiana)
P.H. Nash, B.A., M.A. (California); CE. (Grenoble); M.C.P., M.P.A., Ph.D. (Harvard); ALP. B.C. Matthews, B.S.4. (Toronto), A.M. (Missouri), Ph.D. (Cornell)
R.E. Preston, B.A., M.A., (Washington), Ph.D. (Clark) H.D. Steiner, M.Sc., Ph.D. (Zurich) D.A. Gillmor, B.A., Ph.D. (Dublin) A.B. Kesik, 4.4., Ph.D. (UMCS - Lublin, Poland) L.H. Russwurm, B.A., MA. (Western), Ph.D. (Illinois)
J.H. Bater, B.A, M.A. (U.B.C.), Ph.D. (London) C. Bryant, B.A., Ph.D. (London School of Economics) R.A. Bullock, B.A., M.A. (Belfast), Ph.D. (London) T.E. Bunting, B.A. (York), M.A. (Western) B. Hyma, B.S., M.S. (Madras), M.A. (Econ.) (Sheffield)
G.R. McBoyle, B.Sc., Ph.D. (Aberdeen) A.G. McLellan, B.Sc. Ph.D. (Glasgow) W.B. Mitchell, B.4., 4.4. (U.B.C.), Ph.D. (Liverpool) E.R. Officer, B.A. (U.B.C.), M.A. (Wisconsin) G.B. Priddle, B.A. (Western), M.A. (Clark) K.E. Rawling, 4.B. (Catawaba) D.F, Walker, B.Sc. (Econ.) (London), M.A. (Toronto) E. Sommerville, B.Sc. (Glasgow) A.E. Hildebrand, B.4. (Toronto) Faculty members appointed also in other Schools or Departments in the Division of Environmental Studies.
Undergraduate Geography Courses
All courses are open to any student from any Faculty or School of this University whenever prerequisites are met. The Department of Geography offers General and Honours degrees both in the Faculty of Arts (B.A.) and the Division of Environmental Studies (B.E.S.). Joint honours degrees with any other subject in the University may be arranged subject to departmental approval. Some examples of such programmes may be seen under the Faculty of Arts programmes section earlier in the calendar. The letter R designates courses given through Renison College.
An introduction to some of the central problems, concepts and methods of contemporary geographic analysis of man’s cultural environment. Two overriding themes are emphasized: the locational analysis theme which focuses on the spatial structure and dynamics of socio-economic systems and the man-land theme which focuses on the impact of man through time on the landscane.
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(Given in both terms)
An ecosystem approach to physical geography is employed which emphasizes that man’s natural environment is an integrated system of which man is a part. A systems approach is used to study selected aspects of weather and climate, soils, biogeography, and landforms. Stress is placed on the flows of energy, water and matter and the resultant effects on the subsystems of the natural environment. 2 lectures. 2 hours lab--discussion. (Given in both terms)
An introduction to problems of population growth, resource development, cultural diversity, and of industrial and urban growth in developing areas of the world. Contemporary problems of economic, cultural and demographic differences will be examined in selected regions of Asia and Africa. (fall term)
The emergence of the “Third World” in international relationships. Background factors: the impact of occidental culture in colonial and post-colonial times; changes in technology, economic organization, rapid population growth, resource development problems, political unrest. The challenge to the wealthy, industrialised countries posed by the needs of the populations of Africa and Asia. No prerequisite (winter term)
A discussion of some major environmental problems such as the population explosion, the impact of urbanization on man’s environment, resource management, conservation, and pollution. How geographical theories and methods can be applied to the solution of these problems. 2 lectures, 1 discussion session (fall term).
Geography 101*/102* remain the prerequisites for most second year courses in Geography; Geqgraphy 195* is intended mainly for non-geography students but may be taken as an elective by students in the first or second year of a Geography programme. Geography 195* is not a substitute for Geography 101* and is not a prerequisite for a number of advanced Geography courses. Students may not take both Geography 195* and Man-Environment 195*
Principles of plant and animal geography, biogeography, and ecology. This course is the same as Planning 200*, Man-Environment 200*, and Architecture 222*. Prerequisite: Geography 102* or consent of instructor. 2 lectures, 2 hour lab. (fall & winter terms).
The study of energy and matter flows in the atmosphere and on the land, begun in Geography 102*, will be further developed. Specific topics of study will include global radiation balances, energy flux at the land-air interface, weather modification, urban climates, climate classification systems, the physical processes in the pollution of land, air and water, the dynamics and morphology of stream systems and glacial landform systems. Prerequisite: Geography 102* 2 lectures, 2 hour lab, (winter term).
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Locational analysis of settlement patterns and economic activity. The location theory approach to the problem of rational, spatial allocation of economic activity will be compared to the more all-inclusive viewpoint of resource management specialists. Prerequisite: Geography 101%. 2 lectures, 1 hour seminar (fail term).
The approach of the regional geographer will be illustrated by reference to one or more world regions. Political, social and historical processes will be studied as they affect man’s perception of his environment and the identification of culture regions. Prerequisite: Geography 10]* or consent of instructor 2 lectures, 2 hour lab. (winter term).
An analysis of the factors behind the rapid urbanization of selected areas in Asia, Africa and Latin America, with an examination of related problems of urban planning and development control policies. No prerequisite (fall term)
A discussion of some major problems of population explosion, food supply and economic development faced by the Developing Countries of the World. Emphasis will be placed on case studies of selected countries like India, China, Indonesia, Egypt, Brazil, Ghana, Nigeria, etc. No prerequisite (winter term)
Population geography and its relationship to demography and human ecology. Analysis of the growth, diffusion, and distribution of human populations throughout the world. No prerequisite. 3 lectures
An introduction to some basic concepts in urban geography with specific reference to processes and problems of urban development in North America, particularly in Canada. No prerequisite 3 lectures (fall and winter terms)
Geodetic, surveying and photogrammetric principles as related to mapping. Techniques and materials used in the compilation, design, production and reproduction of thematic maps. Prerequisite: Geography 101*/102* or consent of instructor. 2 lectures, 2 hours lab. (fall and winter terms).
Geometry and applications of different types of air photos and other forms of remote sensing in geographic research. Basic principles of topographic and thematic map production and reproduction. Prerequisite: Geography 101*/102* or consent of instructor. 2 lectures, 2 hours lab. (fall and winter terms).
Not available to Honours Geography students.
An introduction to scientific method; descriptive and inferential Statistics; computer programmes. This course is the same as Plan. 271* and M. Env. 271*
2 lectures, 1 hour practical (fall term).
The techniques of air photo interpretation as applied primarily in the field of geography and resource inventory. Interpretation of land forms, geological features, soils, natural vegetation, drainage pattern, and rural and urban land use. Prerequisite: Geography 101*/102*. 2 lectures, 2 hour lab. (fall and winter term)
An evaluation of past and contemporary positions of this subdiscipline. The basic geomorphological processes will be critically examined in relation to climate, vegetation, soils, geology, and man. Emphasis will be placed on lectures and field work on the geomorphological problems of Southern Ontario. Prerequisite: Geography 200*/201* or consent of instructor. 2 lectures, 2 hour lab. (fall term).
Advanced study of the elements and mechanics of climate and weather. Analysis of world climatic and weather patterns. Effects of climate on man’s activities and on the distribution of natural vegetation and soils. Weather forecasting. Applied climatology. Prerequisite: Geography 201* or consent of instructor. 2 lectures, 2 hours lab. (winter term)
Social research and the planning process; interview and self administered surveys; questionnaire design; profile data; sampling; data processing; non-survey data collection techniques; practical applications. This course is the same as Plan. 307*. Prerequisite: Geography 271*; may be taken in 2nd or 3rd year. 2 lectures, 1 hour practical or discussion (winter term).
The general philosophy and approach to natural resource studies; development of a conceptual and operational framework; development of research designs; socio-economic research problems; research techniques; practical applications. Prerequisite: Geography 202* or consent of instructor. 3 lectures (fall term).
Studies in the geography of manufacturing and transportation: further development of theory and empirical studies of Canada and the United Kingdom. Prerequisite: Geography 202* or consent of instructor 3 lectures (winter term)
An introduction to and analysis of agricultural concepts and systems. Prerequisite: Geography 101*/102*. (Fall term).
The theory and application of multivariate statistics, with particular emphasis upon use of the computer. Same as Plan 316*. Prerequisite: Geography 271* or consent of instructor. 3 hours seminar and/or tutorial (fail term)
The theory and application of nonparametric statistics, with particular emphasis upon social science problems. Same as Plan 317*. es SE, 2 0 yn Sa ea
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Advanced quantitative analysis applied to spatial patterns and interactions. The course will focus on a selection of techniques from gravity models, linear programming, nearest neighbour analysis, Markov chain analysis, graph theory simulation and trend surface analysis. This course is the same as Plan. 318* Prerequisite: Geography 271* or consent of instructor. 3 lectures (winter term).
Application of economic and social measurement techniques in regional planning; includes discussion of input-output analysis; regional accounting techniques; cost-benefit analysis; planning, programming and budgeting systems; the multiplier and accelerator concepts; and balance of payments. This course is the same as Plan 319*. Prerequisite: Geography 271* or consent of instructor. 3 hours seminar and/or tutorial (fall term).
This course studies in depth selected areas of the world’s climatic regions, emphasizing characteristic problems of these regions as well as their physical, cultural and economic interrelationships. Among the many factors which are discussed are the utilization of natural resources, the effects of increasing population density, the occupance and utilization of urban and rural land, and the effects of man’s tools, techniques, and institutions on the earth’s surface. No Prerequisite. 2 lectures, 2 hour lab. (year).
Selected topics and problems of the American Environment. Emphasis on the historical background of urbanization and on contemporary problems of the American City. No prerequisite (Mix of lecture and seminar sessions)
Selected problems in land utilization, urbanization, regional and resource development. Geographical basis of Canadian Regional analyses. Students with Grade 13 Geography are encouraged to take Geography 422* or another Regional course. Students may not take both Geography 322* and Planning 222°. No prerequisite. 3 lectures (fall term)
A geographical analysis of a selected region and its current problems. The region chosen in any given year will depend on the specialized knowledge of faculty available and student demand. No prerequisite. 3 lectures.
An introduction to the geography of the Soviet Union, with a focus on selected problems in urbanization, industrialization, resource use and regional economic development in a planned economy. No prerequisite. 3 lectures (fall term).
A study of the geography of modern Africa south of the Sahara in the context of changing attitudes to the continent on the part of the “developed”’ countries. No prerequisite.
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Problems in the delimitation of cultural regions. A study of the diversity of man in his relations with his environment. Prerequisites: Geography 203* or consent of instructor. Mix of lecture and seminar sessions (fall term).
A detailed investigation of selected issues in man’s relations with the natural environment. The course will be ‘run as a seminar, and the issues will be at least partially selected:on the basis of the interests of participants. Prerequisite: Geography 330* or consent of instructor. Mix of lecture and seminar sessions (winter term).
Detailed study of selected topics of population geography. Prerequisite: Geography 232* or consent of instructor. 3 lectures (winter term).
The changing geographies of settlement and resource use from the Discoveries to the early nineteenth century. Prerequisite: Geography 203* or consent of instructor. 3 lectures (fall term)
The changing geographies of settlement and resource use in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Prerequisite: Geography 341* or consent of instructor. 3 lectures (winter term).
A study of differences from place to place in political phenomena. Subjects covered include the interrelationships of states and nations, centripetal and centrifugal “forces” within states, electoral geography, boundary and frontier problems, the location of capital cities, internal organization of states, external relations, and geopolitics. Prerequisite: Geography 203* or consent of instructor. 3 lectures (winter term).
The external structure and function of urban centres and their role in the spatial economy. Study of the growth and support of urban centres and city systems, of the outward growth of cities, and of analytical techniques available for such studies are emphasized. Prerequisite: Geography 202* or 251* or consent of instructor. 3 lectures (fall term).
An examination of theories, models and research procedures appropriate to the study of internal urban structure. Prerequisite: Geography 202* or 251* or consent of instructor. 3 lectures (winter term).
History of the conservation movement; principles of conservation management and the development of resources. Analysis, use and planning of recreational resources. The course is the same as Planning
of instructor. 3 lectures (winter term).
The past traditions in geography. Modern trends in geographical research and teaching.
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Not available to Honours Geography students.
One week field camp session during which a specific area will be analyzed from a geographic point of view. Students will be expected to undertake individual or group analysis of specific problems and must present the results in a written report. Prerequisite: Third Year Honours Geography students only or consent of instructor. 2 hours seminar (fall term).
Advanced studies in geomorphological mapping, glacial, fluvial and applied geomorphology. Selected problem areas will be subjected to field and laboratory investigation. Discussions will involve pertinent literature and theories and the role(s) of contemporary geomorphology. Prerequisites: Geography 275* and 300* or consent of instructor. 3 hours seminar and/or lab. (fall and winter terms).
Advanced study of numerical map analysis and computer mapping techniques. Prerequisite: Geography 260*, 271* or consent of instructor. 2 hours seminar and/or tutorial (winter term).
The environmental implications of existing and potential recreational demands. Recreational travel, site capability, economic and ecological impact models will be considered as well as the normative behavioural aspects of amenity resources. Prerequisite: Geography 310%, or consent of instructor, 3 lectures (fall term).
Consideration of problems, theories, principles and methods of natural resource management with particular attention to air, land and water resource systems. Prerequisite: One of Geography 310*, 311* or consent of instructor 3 lectures (winter term).
Industrial location theory will be assessed through empirical analysis of the spatial organization of the workshop factory continuum at both the urban and regional scales. Some attention will also be given industrial location theory and problems in a planned economy. Prerequisite: Geog. 311* or consent of instructor. 3 lectures (fall term).
Studies of the behaviour of individuals, groups and organizations in interaction with their environment, especially its spatial dimension. Emphasis will be placed on environmental perception, decision-making and theories of consumer and business behaviour. Prerequisite: One of Geography 310*, 311* or consent of instructor. 3 lectures (winter term).
A detailed study of selected aspects of urban geography. Possible topics are household activity systems, urban models, human and factorial ecology, commercial structure of cities, urban environmental perception. The impact on and the interrelation with the natural ecosystem. Prerequisite: Geography 350* and 351* or consent of instructor. (fall term).
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Detailed study of physical, cultural, economic, and political geography of non-communist Europe. Geographical aspects of the development of cities, problems of agriculture, changing industrial patterns, distribution of trade, regional disparities, and planning on the city, region and national level are covered with specific examples from the various countries. No Prerequisite. (year).
Seminar on the geographical analysis of selected Canadian development problems. Empahsis will be on regional disparities, resources development, urban and rural problems. Prerequisite: Geography 322* or equivalent. (winter term).
Detailed study of physical, cultural, economic, and political geography of communist Europe. Geographical aspects of agricultural problems, industrialization, distribution of trade, economic planning, and relations with the Soviet Union and the West are covered. No prerequisite. (year).
Advanced study of selected aspects of the geography of the Soviet Union. A degree of flexibility in the course will allow some emphasis in topics of particular interest to the students registered in it. Prerequisite: Geography 324* or consent of instructor. 2 hours seminar (winter term).
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In this group of courses other selected world regions will be analysed. The areas chosen will depend on faculty availability and student demand. e.g. Middle East, Latin America, U.S.A., Asia, Africa, Polar Lands & Oceaiia.
A detailed analysis of a selected region in Canada or the United States with major emphasis upon a field examination of the region (2-3 weeks duration) in spring. Prerequisite: Fourth year Honours Geography students or consent of instructor. 2 hours seminar (winter term).
An analysis of the factors affecting soil development and classification. Techniques of soil survey and land classification. Prerequisite: Geography 200*/201* or consent of instructor. 2 hours seminar (fall term).
An analysis of the nature of rural land use problems, and a critical evaluation of the methods of rural land use planning. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. 2 hours seminar (winter term).
Advanced studies in air photo interpretation and its application in geographic studies, resources survey, terrain analysis and geomorphology. Basic photogrammetric techniques will be utilized where applicable. Prerequisite: Geography 275* and 300* or consent of instructor. 3 hours seminar and/or lab. (fall term).
Data gathering from air photos by interpretation and measurement with
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imagery, multiband imagery). Spectral analysis, image quality, image processing. Prerequisite: Geography 275* and 300* or consent of instructor. 3 hours seminar and/or lab. (winter term).
Prerequisite: Honours Geography students and consent of instructor 2 hours seminar and/or tutorial.
Prerequisite: Honours Geography students and consent of instructor. 2 hours seminar and/or tutorial.
Historical development of the discipline of Geography; contributions of the German, French, British and American geographers in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Prerequisite: Geography 200*/20] *; 202*/203* or consent of instructor. 2 hours seminar (fall term).
New and resurgent developments in the various subfields of geography. Current trends in the philosophy and methodology of geography. This seminar will be shared by the geography faculty. Prerequisite: Geography 200*/201*; 202*/203* or consent of instructor. 2 hours seminar (winter term).
Prerequisite: Honours Geography students only. 2 hours seminar.
Graduate Courses in Geography
The Department offers courses leading to the M.A. and Ph.D. degrees. Detailed information about these programmes can be obtained by writing to the Graduate Officer, Department of Geography, Division of Environmental Studies.
Glacial geomorphology and related applied studies. Studies will concentrate on an examination of the phenomena attributed to glaciation and particularly the problems of geomorphological evolution in Southern Ontario. Also emphasized will be the role of geomorphology in contributing towards the solution of contemporary problems. (Fall)
Climatic geomorphology and geomorphological techniques. The role of climatic influence in geomorphology will be studied. Specific geomorphological processes, such as tropical and periglacial will be discussed. A study of geomorphological techniques will include mapping methods and laboratory analyses. (Winter)
Advanced studies involving conventional air photo interpretation of the physical and cultural environment, use of stereo plotting instruments and map production. Applied research. (Fall)
Advanced data sensing and processing techniques for urban and rural studies. Use of thermal infrared imagery, radar imagery, multiband photography and satellite photography. Technical problems in image quality and processing. (Winter)
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A thorough review of all technical and methodological aspects of aerial surveying, covering the following topics: Physical aspects (radiant energy, aerial photography, nonphotographic remote sensing), photogrammetry (elementary methods, restitution and assembly of models, orthophotography), image interpretation (basic terrain observables, interpretation procedures, image processing and pattern Tecognition), cartography (topographic and thematic maps, orthophoto maps, computer-generated maps). Lab work, seminars on integration and project presentations. The course is part of an inter-university programme and involves faculty from the Universities of Waterloo, Guelph and Toronto and McMaster University.
Studies will involve map digitization, numerical map analysis and computer mapping techniques. The relation of map data to geographic information systems will be discussed. (Winter)
Advanced study of selected aspects of climatology. Topics to be covered include urban climatology, air pollution and climatic change. (Fall)
Advanced study of selected aspects of climatology. Topics to be covered include weather, climate, and health, the value of weather and climate and the human use of the atmosphere. (Winter)
Advanced study of selected subfields of economic geography.
Advanced study of selected aspects of industrial geography. A degree of flexibility in the course will allow some emphasis on topics of particular interest to the students registered in it.
The theory and application of multivariate statistics in particular of regression and correlation analysis, factor analysis, discriminant analysis and grouping analysis, with special emphasis on the use of the computer. (Fall).
617* Nonparametric Statistics (cross-listed as Planning 617*) 18* Spatial Analysis (cross-listedas Planning 618*)
The theory and application of nonparametric statistics, with particular emphasis upon social science problems. (Winter)
Advanced quantitative analysis applied to spatial patterns and interactions. The course will focus on a selection of techniques from gravity models, linear programming, nearest neighbour analysis, Markov chain analysis, graph theory simulation and trend surface analysis. (Winter)
Application of economic and social measurement techniques in regional planning; includes discussion of input-output analysis; regional accounting techniques; cost-benefit analysis; planning, programming and budgeting systems; the multiplier and accelerator concepts; and balance of payments. (Fall)
A study of the geographic features pertaining to urban and rural development problems in various regions of the world. One or two problem regions will be studied in depth each year.
Detailed study of physical, cultural, economic, and political geography of
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of trade, regional and national level are covered with specific examples from the various countries.
Seminar on the geographical analysis of selected Canadian development problems. Emphasis will be on regional disparities, resources development, urban and rural problems.
Detailed study of physical, cultural, economic, and political geography of communist Europe. Geographical aspects of agricultural problems, industrialization, distribution of trade, economic planning, and relations with the Soviet Union and the West are covered.
Advanced study of selected aspects of the geography of the Soviet Union. A degree of flexibility in the course will allow some emphasis in topics of particular interest to the students registered in it.
A detailed analysis of selected region in Canada or the United States with major emphasis upon a field examination of the region (2-3 weeks duration) in the Winter.
A review of constrasting approaches to the field; recent theories and their integration; geopolitics; quantitative research in political geography.
Methods, theory and concepts used in urban research with emphasis on the use of quantitative measures and computers. Detailed study of central place theory, economic base concepts, urban functions and classification and internal locational structure. (Fall)
An urban systems approach emphasizing locational and interactional subsystems; an investigation of various types of urban models - both specific and general, quantitative and qualitative.
The social geography of the city; human ecology, social area analysis, factorial ecology, household activity systems, intra-urban migration, special preferences of people. (Winter)
An analysis of the structure, form, and function of metropolitan areas and their regional influence and impact. Study of metropolitan development models. (Winter)
An analysis of existing and proposed theories, concepts and practices that have utility in understanding, measuring and improving the qualitative aspect of the urban environment.
Physical and human aspects of agricultural land use problems in Canada and other selected areas.
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International, national, and provincial resource planning policies and programmes; legislation dealing with resource allocation and planning; the structure and programmes of national and international agencies; Canadian federal-provincial resource development agreements. (Fall)
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Forecasting recreational demands; methods of classifying recreational resources; methods of recreational resource, method of recreational resource inventory; principles of recreational land management and conservation. (Winter)
Principles of biogeography and environmental biology. Ecological principles in resource use and development. Case studies and projects. (Fall)
Appraisal of renewable natural resources with reference to demands and changing technology. Problems related to management and development of resources. Resource oriented regional case studies and projects. (Winter)
Topic(s) to be negotiated on an individual basis with faculty members.
Topic(s) to be negotiated on an invoividual basis with faculty members.
Analysis of existing management concepts and practices. Study of proposed theories, concepts methods and techniques relevant to the management of resources.
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An analysis of changing methods and philosophy of geographic research. Special attention is focussed on problem formulation, the design and evaluation of geographic research, and scholarly writing.
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